🌟 Final Amateur Leaderboard

Justin Hastings made history at Oakmont, becoming the first player from the Cayman Islands to tee it up in the U.S. Open. The 2025 Latin America Amateur champion and recent San Diego State graduate didn’t just compete—he excelled. Hastings was the only amateur among 15 in the field to make the cut, securing low amateur honors with rounds of 73-73-73-76 to finish +15 (T55).

“It was such a treat just to play in the U.S. Open,” said Hastings. “To earn low amateur honors—it’s something I’ll hold onto for the rest of my life.” Known as the most decorated golfer in San Diego State history, Hastings showed poise all week, navigating Oakmont’s brutal setup with consistency and maturity. Though Sunday’s final round yielded a few missed chances on the greens, he reflected proudly on the week: “I reaffirmed that I belong out here when I have my best game.”

Hastings missed the cut at the Masters earlier this year, but his performance at Oakmont confirmed his trajectory as one of the top emerging players in global amateur golf. His success at the U.S. Open not only highlighted his talent but also set a historic milestone for Caymanian golf on one of the game’s toughest stages.

📊 Final Recap: Spaun Triumphs with Grit and a 65-Foot Closer

J.J. Spaun completed a storybook week at Oakmont with a gutsy final-round 72 and a legendary 65-foot birdie putt at the 72nd hole to win the 125th U.S. Open by two shots. The 34-year-old Californian finished at 1-under 279, the only player under par, and outlasted Robert MacIntyre (68) to secure his first major title in his second career U.S. Open start.

It was a Sunday of chaos and collapse. Sam Burns, the 36- and 54-hole leader, faltered with a closing 78, playing his final seven holes in 6-over to finish T7 at 4-over. Adam Scott was in the final group hoping to become the second-oldest champion in U.S. Open history, but he shot a disappointing 79 to tie for 12th.

With storms rolling in mid-round and a 96-minute weather delay, momentum shifted multiple times. MacIntyre’s brilliant eagle at No. 4 and back-nine birdies pushed him into contention, but Spaun answered with long birdie bombs at 12, 14, and the par-4 18th to slam the door.

Viktor Hovland (73) finished solo third, while Carlos Ortiz (73), Cameron Young (70), and Tyrrell Hatton (72) tied for fourth at 3-over 283. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and former champ Jon Rahm were among those tied with Burns at 284.

For Spaun, who contemplated quitting golf just a year ago, the victory caps a breakout season that included runner-up finishes at The Players and the Cognizant Classic. The San Diego State alum made 401.5 feet of putts on the week and ranked second in strokes gained-putting.

🔥 Sunday Highlights: Spaun’s miraculous back-nine rally, MacIntyre’s eagle at 4, and Scheffler/Rahm’s shared final-round 67s—the day’s lowest scores—amid brutally tough conditions. The final-round scoring average soared above 75, and Oakmont proved again why it’s one of golf’s sternest tests.

🌍 Record-Breaking Field

This year’s championship drew 10,202 entries, with 80+ countries represented. After extensive local and final qualifying, 156 players will tee it up at Oakmont—including 15 amateurs ready to test their games on the grandest stage.

📺 U.S. Open 2025 TV Schedule

🌟 Amateur Golfers to Watch at the 2025 U.S. Open

Follow the journey of 15 amateur standouts competing at Oakmont. Scores are updated through the suspension of Round 2 on Friday night (cut line +7; play resumes 7:30 a.m. ET Saturday).

Mason Howell (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Medalist at Piedmont (-18)

17-year-old standout who dominated Piedmont Driving Club with rounds of 63-63.

R1: 77 | R2: (thru 17) | Total: —

Matt Vogt (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Medalist at Wine Valley (-8)

Qualified by firing two under-par rounds at Wine Valley GC in Walla Walla, WA.

R1: 82 | R2: 81 | Total: +23

Ben James (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Canoe Brook (-5)

UVA standout and Walker Cup alum; made clutch birdies to advance in NJ.

R1: 75 | R2: 73 | Total: +8

Frankie Harris (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Co-medalist at Emerald Dunes (-11)

South Carolina native, co-medalist at a strong field in West Palm Beach, FL.

R1: 79 | R2: 71 | Total: +10

Tyler Weaver (a)

🇬🇧 England — Qualified at Piedmont

One of England's top amateurs; emerged from a deep field in Georgia.

R1: 75 | R2: 74 | Total: +9

Michael La Sasso (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Exempt via NCAA D1 Title

2025 NCAA Individual Champion from Ole Miss; overcame illness to earn Oakmont spot.

R1: 75 | R2: 75 | Total: +10

Jackson Koivun (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Piedmont

Auburn freshman and Walker Cup hopeful; fired rounds of 69-64 to advance.

R1: 72 | R2: 76 | Total: +8

Zachery Pollo (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Valencia (-6)

California native and standout junior who qualified in tough SoCal conditions.

R1: 74 | R2: 82 | Total: +16

Cameron Tankersley (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Bent Tree

Advanced with a closing 66 at Bent Tree to earn one of the last spots.

R1: 80 | R2: (thru 17) | Total: —

Lance Simpson (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Bent Tree

Played alongside Tankersley and shot 69-65 to punch his ticket to Oakmont.

R1: 74 | R2: (thru 17) | Total: —

Bryan Lee (a)

🇺🇸 USA — Qualified at Woodmont

Earned his place by surviving a tense final-hole battle and carding -3 in Maryland.

R1: 78 | R2: 78 | Total: +16

Noah Kent (a)

🇺🇸 USA

Talented Floridian junior, 2024 U.S. Amateur runner-up; one of the youngest in the field.

R1: 80 | R2: 75 | Total: +15

Justin Hastings (a)

🇰🇾 Cayman Islands

SDSU golfer and international qualifier; represents the Cayman Islands on the global stage.

R1: 73 | R2: 73 | Total: +6

Evan Beck (a)

🇺🇸 USA — 2024 U.S. Mid-Am Champion

Veteran amateur from Virginia Beach earned his spot via Mid-Am victory.

R1: 79 | R2: 72 | Total: +11

Trevor Gutschewski (a)

🇺🇸 USA

Son of PGA pro Scott Gutschewski; qualified via 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur victory.

R1: 80 | R2: 80 | Total: +20